There is a luxury in self-reproach. When we blame ourselves we feel no one else has a right to blame us.

Pleasure is Nature's test, her sign of approval. When man is happy, he is in harmony with himself and his environment.

A man can't be too careful in the choice of his enemies.

Dear Prince, I must leave you, but I will never forget you, and next spring I will bring you back two beautiful jewels in place of those you have given away. The ruby shall be redder than a red rose, and the sapphire shall be as blue as the great sea.

I've now realised for the first time in my life the vital Importance of Being Earnest.

Now produce your explanation and pray make it improbable.

Ignorance is like a delicate exotic fruit; touch it and the bloom is gone.